1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 2003 GMC Safari | |
Make | Alpine | GMC |
Model | A 110 | Safari |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |